Moody/Karens daughter Olivia

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  • pip57
    pip57 Member Posts: 12,401
    edited February 2009

    Moody,

    I have been watching this thread and praying that you would find a simple solution to a simple problem.  As you may know, my daughter was dx with a very aggressive cancer when she was 14.  She went through hell.  Five collapsed lungs, lung removal surgery, many horrid chemos, bone marrow transplant and hundreds of tests and scans.  I understand how helpless you are feeling right now.  Unfortunately, there is nothing I can say to ease what you and your dd are enduring.  My  advice is to learn everything you can about her condition and be her advocate.  Do not leave her alone.  Do not allow anything to be done unless it is fully explained to you.   Do not burden her with all the details that she doesn't need to know 'right now'.  Be as pleasant as you can be so when you unearth the demons to get something done, they will take you seriously and not put you in the whiney parent category.  Know that you will have to make hard decisions quickly and try not to second guess them.  You are doing the best you can.

    There are many praying for all of you right now.  Consider what you have been through as a school so that you can maneuver the medical community better for your dd. 

    Take Care (and a deep breath too) 

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  • Journey
    Journey Member Posts: 905
    edited February 2009

    2new1s - hey she actually has Olivia in the largest children's hospital in GA.  Unfortunately is a not for profit hospital  and they may be slower to do things because they exist because of donations and not billings to insurance companies.  At least this is my understanding...maybe I am really off base.  Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.

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  • Linda54
    Linda54 Member Posts: 2,689
    edited February 2009

    OH!!! Karen  I just want to grab you and tell you that everything is going to be OK but since I can't be there hopefully this will do (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hug))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

    I know it is easy for us to say this, we are not in your shoes, but dear sister, keep the faith. I know you feel helpless and want to scream.  I know I would be feeling the same way, but GOD is right there with you and he knows all and we have to believe that things will work out in his plan and that plan, I believe, is that Olivia is going to get better and you will be taking her home with you real soon.  We will never understand why we go through such heartache but it is for our good.  GOD is GOOD. 

    Wish WE ALL could be there with YOU.

    I will be praying every hour on the hour for God to send the right doctor to you and for Olivia to start improving TODAY.....

    In Christ Love

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  • Estepp
    Estepp Member Posts: 6,416
    edited February 2009

    My heart hurts so much for you Karen. When are they going to get the feeding tube in her..

    Father , hear our prayers. Karen is so tired and scared.. and sad. Please tell those doctors what to do today. Let Olivia start the road to recovery TODAY Father. Please. All honor and glory to you Lord Jesus Christ.

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  • Mykidsmom
    Mykidsmom Member Posts: 1,637
    edited February 2009

    Karen - I have tears in my eyes as I write this. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I wish there was something I could say or do, but just know that we care. And know that we are praying that the right doctor can provide the right help!

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Prayers for Olivia and family.  My heart aches for the anguish you are experiencing, Karen.  God is with you.  Continue to trust in Him. 

    Many hugs, much love, and always prayerful,

    Bethie

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  • Linda54
    Linda54 Member Posts: 2,689
    edited February 2009

    Hello girls

    Esteep and I are planning on having prayer together at 10:30 central time.....We invite everyone else to join in.

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  • Dejaboo
    Dejaboo Member Posts: 2,916
    edited February 2009

    I dont have anything to say that will make you feel better.

    But Do know that I keep you both in my prayers.

    I am so sorry you are going through this.  I pray that the Drs will get some nutrition to her this morning!

    Sending my Love,

    Pam

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  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 8,231
    edited February 2009

    Oh Karen, I have tears in my eyes too, just thinking of what you are going through. I am keeping you and Olivia in my prayers, and will join in with Linda54 and Esteep's prayer at 10:30 central time. There is great power in prayer, and I hope Olivia will feel the healing power, and that the doctors will do everything in their power to get her well. You have the love and support of everyone here, and I wish we could be there to help you. Big Hugs for (((((Karen))))) and  (((((Olivia))))),

    Kathy

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  • moodyk13
    moodyk13 Member Posts: 1,180
    edited February 2009

    Please pray over her:

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited February 2009

    I'm praying at 10:30 and all day long for God to send thousands of angels to invade that hospital and give guidance to the doctors, nurses and other hospital staff, and strength for Olivia and her parents!!! What a great testimony this will be when that little girl walks out of that hospital WELL!!! Lots of hugs and prayers for you Olivia, Karen and Olivia's dad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Melanie53
    Melanie53 Member Posts: 59
    edited February 2009

    I don't post much, so you might not recognize my name, but I want you to know that there's another person praying for you and Olivia. A lot. I will continue to do so.

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  • GrammyNancy
    GrammyNancy Member Posts: 666
    edited February 2009

    Karen, I am saying many prayers for Olivia and your family.  It is so hard to see our children suffer.  Prayers are going up for the medical team that is treating sweet Olivia for wisdom.  I live just south of Atlanta and would be happy to come and be with you if you need another Mother Tiger.

    Nancy

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  • my3girls
    my3girls Member Posts: 3,766
    edited February 2009

    Karen, I have been thinking about you and Olivia since last night. I shared your story with my daughter Olivia and showed her your precious little girls pictures.  Olivia was so saddened to hear about her and what she is going through. Can't they feed her through tubes?  That confuses me. Omg...I am so sorry!! I feel so bad for all of you.  As a mom...that is such a helpless feeling..to not be able to fix it.

    I am praying that God shows the way to the doctors. Please Lord guide them so they can attend to every need that Olivia has at this time.

    Constant thoughts and prayers for you

    Lisa

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  • lvtwoqlt
    lvtwoqlt Member Posts: 6,162
    edited February 2009

    Karen I am praying for your daughter. When I was 11 I had an extended hospital stay for spine surgery and I know that it is hard on our little folk not knowing what is going on, not to mention hard on the parents.

    Sheila

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  • Hanna60978
    Hanna60978 Member Posts: 815
    edited December 2011

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    Hanna60978 Member Posts: 815
    edited December 2011

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  • gbusse
    gbusse Member Posts: 307
    edited February 2009

    Hello Karen and Olivia:  Just a quick note to let you know I am still checking and praying for you and your family. 

    Tons of hugs and blessings

    gbusse 

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    Hanna60978 Member Posts: 815
    edited December 2011

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  • marshakb
    marshakb Member Posts: 1,664
    edited February 2009

    Esteep and Laura, I will be joining your prayer at 10:30 central time (11:30 eastern).

    Karen, I feel so helpless so I  can only imagine what you are feeling.  Of course you are mad at God, who wouldn't be?  That doesn't mean you don't trust in Him.  We all know your unfailing faith, you show it in ever post you make.  We know you are being strong in front of Olivia, but you don't have to do that with us.   We feel and share in your pain and suffering as you watch your daughter become weaker.  Still keeping up the prayers that her doctors will be guided in the right direction to heal Olivia. 

    Please take care of you also.  Hugs, Marsha

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  • bkc
    bkc Member Posts: 320
    edited February 2009

    Karen,

    My family is praying for Olivia and will continue to pray. We are asking everyone we know to pray also.

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  • Linda54
    Linda54 Member Posts: 2,689
    edited February 2009

    OH!!!!!!  The picture of Olivia is heartbreaking.....My heart already broken but now in a thousand pieces.....I will use this picture of Olivia by placing my hand on it during our 10:30 central prayer time. 

    The message you received from Hanna gives hope. 

    Time to pray........

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  • lexi4
    lexi4 Member Posts: 1,074
    edited February 2009

    Praying for your precious child right now. I pray that she feels the comfort of the Lord surrounding her. I pray that the doctors will have the knowledge to treat Olivia and help her be well.

    Prayers for Moody and her family. Know that you are being lifted up by many all over the country. We will pray you through this sister.

    Hugs and Prayers,

    Lexi

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  • whippetmom
    whippetmom Member Posts: 6,920
    edited February 2009

    I will be praying with all of those on the west coast at 9:30 a.m. 

    "For God is not a God of tumult, but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the saints."

    1 CORIN. 14:33

    God is not the author of confusion or disorder.....He will sort all of this out....so much information coming your way....it will all be pieced together soon....

    (((((((HUGS)))))))

    Deborah

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  • Estepp
    Estepp Member Posts: 6,416
    edited February 2009

    The Lord has heard our prayers! Hallelujah!

    Here is a beautiful Psalm

    "I waited patiently for the Lord. He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of destruction,  out of the sticky mud. He stood me on a rock and made my feet steady.He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many people will see this and worship Him. Then they will trust the Lord...Lord my God, you have done many miracles. Your plans for us are many. If I tried to tell them all, there would be too many to count."

    After seeing Olivia's picture... this Psalm came to me.

    Karen.. the Lord has heard every one of us... last nights prayer vigil, and ours this morning... and every single one from you and your whole clan there...

    Praise God!  His will be done.

    Not a one of us will stop lifting you all up in prayer until we turn that prayer into one of pure thanksgiving...

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  • rockwell_girl
    rockwell_girl Member Posts: 1,710
    edited February 2009

    oh Karen my heart broke to see that

    Prayers are going out big time

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  • Hanna60978
    Hanna60978 Member Posts: 815
    edited December 2011

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  • Daffodil
    Daffodil Member Posts: 829
    edited February 2009

    Oh, Hanna, what great leads for Karen. If anyone has her cell, please call with this info.

    It IS, all too often, whom you know.......

    {{{{PRAYERS}}}}

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  • EWB
    EWB Member Posts: 2,927
    edited February 2009

    Karen- There are no words I have to make this better for you, know that you, dh and Olivia are in my prayers; as are the doctors.

    Gentle hugs and kickass prayer with all my heart.

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  • my3girls
    my3girls Member Posts: 3,766
    edited February 2009

    Hanna....how very kind of you to do the legwork and make the phone calls. I am sure Karen will really appreciate that!

    I sent out an email to family and friends about Olivia...and asked them to pray and forward to their friends...We will have such an outpouring of prayer...that she will be on the mend very soon.

    Prayers and hugs to your family,

    Lisa

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